Official-source check · October 8, 2026
VALORANT Patch 13.06: Warden, Gauntlet & Agent Mastery
Patch 13.06 launched September 22, 2026. This page summarizes its release; use Riot's patch index for subsequent changes.
Reviewed by Riot Updates Research Desk.
When did VALORANT Patch 13.06 release?
September 22, 2026. Riot published the official 13.06 release notes that day.
Our historical archive currently ends at Patch 13.05.
What has Riot confirmed for 13.06?
| Detail | Official-source status |
|---|---|
| Warden | A 2,900-credit rifle with a 2× scope and an 18-round magazine. |
| Gauntlet: Glitched | A limited-time mode: eight duos fight 2v2 rounds and draft abilities. Solo or duo entry. |
| Agent Mastery | Per-agent Act and Lifetime progression starts fresh; previously unlocked Agent Gear rewards remain owned. |
| Range while queueing | Supported queues let players practice while waiting. Premier and Deathmatch are excluded. |
| Performance Score | Replaces ACS in Competitive, Unrated, Swiftplay and Premier. |
The table reflects the 13.06 release notes. The earlier developer update and companion post document the announcement. Creator range tests and “broken” claims are not treated as patch notes.
Did Warden launch with this patch?
Yes. The official release notes include Warden. The earlier version of this article described its pre-release announcement and has been corrected.
Does this establish the tournament patch?
A live-game release date does not establish which build a tournament uses. Check the event's own rules before applying these changes to an esports match.
Where are later balance changes?
Use Riot's official patch index. This article records 13.06 and does not claim to cover every later patch.